noun
- plural of skink; small lizards with smooth, shiny scales and typically short legs
Examples
- The garden was home to several blue-tongued skinks.
- Skinks are common reptiles found in many warm climates.
- She spotted two skinks basking on the rocks.
- The children were excited to see skinks darting under the logs.
- These skinks can grow up to eight inches long.
- Skinks are known for their ability to shed their tails when threatened.